Working capital is an essential factor in growing your business. However, some business models make it easier to secure than others. For example, if you take delayed payments, it may be challenging to get a traditional loan. Waiting up...

Invoice-based accounting is popular for many businesses because it provides you flexibility when dealing with customers, and that's a big benefit if your average order for goods or services runs to a substantial sum. The invoicing window provides consumer...

Running a construction company requires investing in plenty of heavy equipment, including bulldozers, backhoes, and excavators. While you can't complete a contract without these machines, they're all expensive and liable to breakdowns given the high-impact nature of your work....

The U.S. Small Business Administration offers many supporting vehicles to both new and established small-business owners. From education to federal funding opportunities, assets are available for your needs if you own a small business. One of the more essential...

Small businesses are susceptible to market changes, perhaps more so than any other enterprise since small-business competition can be fierce in all market segments. Ongoing success depends on how well your business employs a flexible business strategy to adapt...

Owning a hotel or similar business in the hospitality industry can be a fulfilling career path. There is something comforting about being able to provide customers with a touch of home while they are traveling. However, this type of...

Many industries require heavy equipment for testing, manufacturing and construction. However, making an outright purchase is often more than companies can handle, especially if they’re small businesses. The good news is, equipment financing can help even mom-and-pop shops get...

Growing a business means finding a source of working capital. If your company’s success depends on the waxing and waning of the economy, it can be challenging to find loans. Fortunately, lump-sum loans aren’t the only financing options. If most...

When you’re embarking on planning to own your own business, there are many things for you to consider. One of the big things is what kind of business are you going to own? For some people, they’re facing the...

Have a unique idea that will serve others and provide you with income? Thinking of being an entrepreneur? You're certainly not alone. Whatever your great idea may be, the possibilities are endless. There's a big difference between wanting to...